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Metro
01-07-2025
- Metro
Russian boxer sparks anger after giving orangutan her vape to puff
To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video A Russian boxer has sparked anger after she gave her vape to an orangutan at a safari park. Anastasia Luchkina, a 24-year-old who has represented Russia at international level before turning professional last month, filmed herself giving her e-cigarette to Dana, a 10-year-old female orangutan who lives at Taigan safari park in Crimea. In the video, Luchkina can be seen puffing on a pink vape and blowing out vapor before holding it to Dana's lips through one of the holes in the enclosure. The orangutan puffed on the vape before blowing out a plume of vapor. Luchkina then repeated this on multiple occasions before Dana could be seen swallowing the tip of the vape. The safari park's veterinarian, Vasily Piskovoy, has since revealed that Dana has become ill from the vape. 'While smoking, Dana took the cap off the vape and put it in her mouth,' Piskovoy said. 'I'm worried that Dana might swallow the cap, because this plastic can cause intestinal blockage and vomiting. 'Today, she's already eating poorly, feeling unwell, and sleeping all day. 'If there is an intestinal blockage, then all responsibility will fall on the shoulders of this girl. Danochka is like a child. She will put everything in her mouth, and God forbid, she might swallow it. 'This is very dangerous. It is not so dangerous that she smoked, although this is also very bad, as it is dangerous if she swallowed this cap, then, God forbid, Dana will have to be operated on.' The safari park's press secretary, Tatyana Aleksagina, revealed that Dana lives alone in her enclosure. 'This is clearly intentional cruelty to an animal. She knew exactly what she was doing and definitely harmed the animal. This is a crime,' Aleksagina said. 'Moreover, there are only a few orangutans in Russia now. Because of the sanctions, no one can bring them, and they practically do not reproduce in captivity, unlike chimpanzees. Orangutans live alone. 'Rarely in a zoo, except perhaps in Moscow, is there both a male and a female. We have been looking for a mate for Dana for five years now.' Luchinka's coach, Vladimir Akatov, told TASS that she is now facing 'expulsion' from the sport over the incident. 'She doesn't smoke, and this is such a foolish thing,' Akatov said. More Trending 'An adult, 24 years old, a member of the national team. It's clear that we will discuss this episode.' A statement from the Russian Boxing Federation read: 'The Russian Boxing Federation is against smoking and calls for careful treatment of animals. This incident will be taken under control of the disciplinary and ethical commission, which will apply sanctions provided for by the code of ethics. 'By committing such acts, an athlete not only desecrates their own honor, but also undermines the authority of other athletes, the coaching staff and everyone who puts their efforts into the champion's path every day. 'Being an athlete is not only about medals and honors, but also about decent behavior in any life situations and being an example to follow.' For more stories like this, check our sport page. Follow Metro Sport for the latest news on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. MORE: Major health update on toddler who was hurled onto floor at Moscow airport MORE: British volunteer who died 'fighting bravely' for Ukraine given final farewell MORE: 'They were in my hair and even went down my top': Flying ants are already swarming


Russia Today
12-05-2025
- Politics
- Russia Today
Russia and African nations hold boxing tournament (PHOTOS)
A boxing tournament bringing together fighters from Russia and the Sahel region of Africa was held in Niger on Friday to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the victory in World War II. Organized by the NGO 'Niger–Russia Together Hand in Hand', the Russia–Sahel alliance tournament took place at the boxing center in Niamey's City Stadium. It featured fighters from Russia, Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso. The event was conducted under amateur boxing regulations, meaning three rounds of three minutes each for each bout. 'This is the first ever visit of Russian boxers to the Republic of Niger,' the press service of the Russian Boxing Federation reported on Sunday. A total of six bouts were held during the tournament involving 12 fighters across three weight categories. Russian boxer Pavel Zhigulsky emerged victorious in the 67 kg category. The 75 kg category saw Burkina Faso's Pardevan Mohamed and Niger's Abdul Baki Amadou prevail. In the 82 kg weight division, Mali's Traore Abubakar defeated Houssaini Hassan from Niger by technical knockout in the second round, while Burkina Faso's Sandvidi Abdul Aziz also scored a victory in the same division. The event organizers highlighted that the competition served not only as a sporting showcase, but also as a tribute to those who perished in the struggle against fascism. They described the event as an example of the power of sport to foster international solidarity and deepen cooperation between Russia and its African partners. Regional interest in commemorative events tied to Russia's Victory Day continues to grow. African leaders attended the Victory Day military parade in Moscow on May 9: Burkina Faso's interim president, Ibrahim Traore, Guinea-Bissau President Umaro Sissoco Embalo, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa, President of the Republic of the Congo Denis Sassou Nguesso, President of Equatorial Guinea Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo, and Ethiopian President Taye Atske Selassie. 'Immortal Regiment' memorial marches – honoring the memory of WWII veterans – took place in various African nations in the days leading up to Russia's Victory Day events.